May 15/17 – Mike and Nikki’s May Newsletter

APRIL 2017

Prince Rupert (& Area) Real Estate

It’s pretty interesting to see that the total dollar volume in all sales is very similar to last year (there’s only a $32,230 difference). Regarding the number of sales, we’re ahead by 8 this year. Overall, we’re holding steady.

SALES (all types):

# of sales in April 2016 – 15

# of sales in April 2017 – 12

YEAR-TO-DATE SALES (all types)

As of April 30, 2016 – 62

As of April 30, 2017 – 70

TYPES OF PROPERTIES SOLD IN APRIL 2017:

1 -Half-duplex

1 – Townhouse

10 – Houses

NUMBER OF ACTIVE LISTINGS (all types):

As of April 30, 2016 – 167

As of April 30, 2017 – 173

AVERAGE SALE PRICE OF A HOUSE (YEAR-TO-DATE)

As of April 30, 2016 – $ 289,202

As of April 30, 2017 – $ 274,434

TOTAL SALES OF ALL TYPES (YEAR-TO-DATE)

As of April 30, 2016 – $ 18,222,970

As of April 30, 2017 – $ 18,255,200

The stats are based in whole or in part on information supplied by the BC Northern Real Estate Board for the period January 1, 2016 through April 30, 2017.

If you’re at a loose end for 15 minutes or so, why not tackle one (or more!) of these quick ways to keep your home organized?

1. Stack your tupperware – Tupperware is easy to stack neatly. However, the temptation is always to shove it in the cupboard any old how. Take everything out and stack your containers in one pile lids in another. They’ll take up much less room, and you negate the risk of a plastic avalanche every time you open the cupboard.
2. Reorganize your spice rack – As you use them, herbs and spices tend to get shoved back into the nearest available space. Instead, think about which herbs/spices you use the most, then make sure they are easily accessible.
3. Remove expired food from the fridge – Go through everything in your fridge and toss out anything past its expiry date. Reorganize whatever’s left for easier access.
4. Declutter your bag or purse – Any bag, be it a rucksack or a purse, that you use on a regular basis tends to get filled up with receipts, pens and who knows what else. Take out everything that doesn’t need to be in the bag, and put the rest in sensible places for easy access.
5. Take back your nightstand – Nightstands tend to become a bit of a dumping ground, so have a thorough clear-up. Think about what you really use, and find a new home for the rest.